http://www.cabinetsonline.com/cabinet/ Cabinet selection can be a tough purchase to do on your own. Cabinet Online has provided some helpful hints to make your purchase easier. en-us Thu, 23 Dec 2004 15:15:21 EST Thu, 23 Dec 2004 15:15:21 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 Let's Get Started! Your cabinet selection has the greatest impact on how the entire kitchen will look. Research shows that cabinet hardware accounts for 50% of cost to complete a remodeling job. Final cost depends on the finish you select and the accessories you use to modify the cabinet . Before you purchase your kitchen cabinets, take a moment to make a budget and research appropriate cabinet style options. Consider these tips to insure a successful project completion. Take time to measure the space where you want the cabinets to go. With these preliminary figures you will be better equipped to look for the products you need. Decide what your design goal will be. Look through magazines and go to stores to find out what you like. Choose a style the blends well with the rest of the house. Decide what you need the cabinets for. Are you seeking larger storage, a more modern decor or larger cooking area? What Type Of Cabinet Can I Choose From? Based on how the cabinet is built and the amount of customization, they can be divided into three groups: stock, semi custom and custom. Review each style and choose the kitchen cabinet appropriate for your personal design space. Stock. Stock cabinet styles are the least expensive and has standard construction sizes and styles. These styles are available in limited wood styles. they can be ordered through manufacturers and retailers. Special sizes are not available because they are pre constructed. In case of dimension difficulties, filler stripes are often used to fill in gaps between walls and appliances. Semi Custom. Semi Custom cabinet styles are factory built with standard sizes. Semi custom cabinets have many style and design options. Construction on these cabinets begin when the order is final. Some modifications in size are available. Custom. Custom cabinets are built by a designer in a workroom. These cabinets receive onsite style and finish detail. Custom cabinets can be made to fit any space. What Am I Paying For? There are a variety of finish details that could potentially influence cabinet cost. The amount of cabinets needed for your plan can change the price significantly. Aesthetics such as door style and finish also alter price. Solid wood styles usually cost more than flat styled cabinets. Customers also pay more with finishes that include glazes and vibrant colors. In addition, specialized cabinet knobs and engraved cabinet doors are also a popular price inflator. Thu, 23 Dec 2004 15:15:21 EST http://www.cabinetsonline.com/cabinet/cabinet-hardware.html Cabinet hardware will be apart of your home decor for an extensive amount of time. Practicing the appropriate care methods for your cabinets will reserve its natural beauty even longer. en-us Wed, 02 Feb 2005 15:04:34 EST Wed, 02 Feb 2005 15:04:34 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 http://www.cabinetsonline.com/cabinet/kitchen-cabinet.html Kitchen cabinet installations can be challenging. Let Cabinets Online help you decide on a style and coach you through its construction. en-us Wed, 04 Jan 2006 16:37:15 EST Wed, 04 Jan 2006 16:37:15 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 http://www.cabinetsonline.com/cabinet/cabinet-doors.html Cabinet doors are the finish to outstanding cabinetry. The design should reflect the theme of the kitchen as well as the homeowner's personality. en-us Wed, 04 Jan 2006 16:34:47 EST Wed, 04 Jan 2006 16:34:47 EST Weblog Editor 2.0